Creamy Spinach Recipe You Will Love
This creamy spinach recipe is quick, easy, and rich in flavor. Perfect as a side dish or to mix with pasta and rice, it uses simple ingredients like fresh spinach, butter, garlic, milk, and cream. You can make it in under 30 minutes for a healthy and delicious meal your family will love.
Equipment
- Pan
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh spinach or 400 g frozen spinach
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Wash fresh spinach thoroughly and remove extra water.
- If using frozen spinach, thaw it and squeeze out excess water.
- Chop large leaves into smaller pieces so they cook evenly.
- Heat a pan over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add spinach to the pan and stir until it softens and reduces in size.
- Pour in milk and cream and stir continuously to combine.
- Cook gently until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, add grated cheese and stir until it melts.
- Cook a few more minutes until the sauce is thick and creamy.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Remove excess water from spinach
Use fresh garlic for better flavor
Stir continuously to keep the sauce smooth
Adjust thickness by adding more cream or milk
